Bears' Mock Draft: Kadyn Proctor at 25

0:00It's April 7th, I'm Cory with the story. This is NFL News Today, driven by AI and built for football fans. Chicago Bears are ramping up for the 2026 NFL Draft just weeks away, with four picks in the top 89 picks, including that extra. Second rounder from trading DJ Moore. ESPN's Peter Schrager dropped his first mock, sliding Alabama offensive tackle Kate and Proctor to them at 25th overall. The holes in the crew got real needs on defense, like the trenches and safety spots. But Schrager seized them prioritizing the line instead of jumping. Straight to D. Fans and analysts buzzing about Proctor's size. He tipped the scales at 358 pounds at pro day. But the dude moved smooth, with huge upside if he trims down a bit. Braxton Jones has been shaky at left tackle, and with Aussie Trapilo sidelined, it's a glaring hole. Poles build beasts like Trace Smith and Creed Humphrey, back in Kansas City, so adding Proctor fits his wheelhouse.

1:01Head coach Ben Johnson and Poles keep preaching best player available over forcing needs. As the bears stack their board, grabbing a tackle like Proctor could lock down the blindside for years, setting up whatever comes next on defense.